BOLTON manager Sam Allardyce wants to bring in four players during next month's transfer window as he battles to stay clear of the relegation zone.

BOLTON manager Sam Allardyce wants to bring in four players during next month's transfer window as he battles to stay clear of the relegation zone.

Dynamo Moscow's Russian striker Dmitri Bulykin is high on his wish list, while Dutch left-sided midfielder Bobby Petta, recently released by Celtic, is training with Wanderers.

It is clear evidence of Allardyce's concerns, after a brilliant start to the season, that he has extended his list of targets to four - he initially wanted to bring in no more than two men.

He said: "With the transfer window opening next week, it is my intention to strengthen the squad to enable us to push on during the latter stages of the campaign.

"I would like to bring in four players during the month.

"We have earmarked a number of recruits and I am hopeful signings will be made.

Concerns

"One of my biggest concerns during the next two months of football is whether we have the strength in depth to cope with the rigours of the Premiership.

"Luckily, we are now close to a full-strength squad, with the return of Ricardo Gardner from a knee cartilage problem.

"We have to be in a position to have the right number of players to help us progress up the table. It is about seizing our opportunities."

Chairman Phil Gartside is confident that Wanderers will regain their form in the New Year - and is still aiming for Europe.

He said: "We have set our sights on bringing European football to the Reebok on a regular basis. Along the way, we will have our highs and lows, but be assured that everyone at the club is committed to delivering success."